Attorney General Aaron Frey has initiated a legal action under the Maine Civil Rights Act against Alexander Treshinsky, a resident of Kittery, Maine. The 35-year-old is accused of sending threatening and xenophobic messages to a Congolese immigrant whom he had hired for flooring work.
The Attorney General's complaint seeks a court order to prevent Treshinsky from contacting the victim or his family and mandates compliance with the Maine Civil Rights Act in the future. According to the complaint, Treshinsky sent texts containing offensive language and threats of violence, including a threat against the victim's daughter.
Attorney General Frey emphasized that such behavior is unacceptable, especially when motivated by racial bias. "Bias-based harassment will not be tolerated in this state and I will use the Maine Civil Rights Act to ensure that violators are held to account," Frey stated.
The Maine Civil Rights Act allows for court orders against individuals who interfere with others' rights through threats or conduct causing emotional distress. Violations of such orders can result in penalties including up to 364 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.
The York Police Department has been acknowledged by the Attorney General’s Office for their assistance in this case.